Crapes

/kreɪps/ noun

Definition

Plural form of crape; multiple pieces or yards of crape fabric, or multiple mourning garments made of crape.

Etymology

Simple plural of crape, following standard English pluralization rules for nouns ending in -e.

Kelly Says

In Victorian estate inventories, you'd find lists of 'crapes' stored away—lengths of fabric kept specifically for the inevitable day when mourning dress would be needed.

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